BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20230401T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20230923T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240502T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240502T233000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240422T234331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T012636Z UID:39378-1714671000-1714692600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-2/ LOCATION:Hotel Ponsonby\, 1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/First-Thursdays-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240422T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240423T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20231218T025209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T013043Z UID:36556-1713778200-1713873600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Advancing Digital Strategies in the Age of AI DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/advancing-digital-strategies-in-the-age-of-ai/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Advancing-Digital-Strategy-image-option-one-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240415T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20231218T032303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T014448Z UID:36569-1713173400-1713441600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-Strategy-and-Evaluation-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240411T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240411T130000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20231122T001658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T003945Z UID:36075-1712826000-1712840400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Media Training for PR & Communications Professionals with Mary Lambie - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/media-training-for-pr-communications-professionals-with-mary-lambie/ LOCATION:TVNZ – Cnr Victoria St West\, 100 Victoria Street West\, Auckland Central\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/image00169-1024x683-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240404T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240404T173000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240327T211518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T211930Z UID:38850-1712251800-1712251800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/first-thursdays/ LOCATION:Hotel Ponsonby\, 1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/First-Thursdays-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240326T121000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240326T131000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240313T211326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T010801Z UID:38473-1711455000-1711458600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Employee Engagement Learning Lunch DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/employment-engagement-learning-lunch/ LOCATION:1.3 Kākāriki\, Level 1 The Aurora Centre 56 – 66 The Terrace Wellington ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240314T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20231205T031234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T021815Z UID:36323-1710437400-1710444600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:How to Unleash AI in PR - A game changer event - sponsored by Robert Walters (SOLD OUT) DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/how-to-unleash-ai-in-pr-a-game-changer-event-sponsored-by-robert-walters/ LOCATION:Robert Walters Offices Auckland\, Level 9\, PWC Tower\, 15 Customs St\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240314T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240214T223209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T215036Z UID:37706-1710417600-1710421200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Rewiring for Resilience DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/rewiring-for-resilience/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/PR-20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240307T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240307T190000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240223T002025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T002214Z UID:37960-1709832600-1709838000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays/ LOCATION:Hotel Ponsonby\, 1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/First-Thursdays-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240307T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240307T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240214T222014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T212210Z UID:37716-1709796600-1709802000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Coffee Catch-up DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-coffee-catch-up/ LOCATION:Joe’s Garage\, 6 Bryce Street\, Hamilton Central ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/nathan-dumlao-r-KfktlyBL0-unsplash-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240229T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240229T193000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240124T002737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T002859Z UID:37040-1709227800-1709235000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Working Well with the News Media - Taranaki PRINZ Panel Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/working-well-with-the-news-media-taranaki-prinz-panel-event/ LOCATION:The Most FM Radio Station\, 27 Liardet St\, New Plymouth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Te-Rewa-Rewa-Bridge-New-Plymouth.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240227T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240227T113000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240109T014521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T212334Z UID:36651-1709026200-1709033400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Demystifying Google Analytics 4 (GA4) DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/demystifying-google-analytics-4-ga4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-13.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240222T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240222T193000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145451 CREATED:20240124T234242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T024851Z UID:36901-1708623000-1708630200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Future of PR - Hybrid Expert Panel Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-future-of-pr-hybrid-expert-panel-event/ LOCATION:ANZ 23 Albert Street\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/U9520-e1463029495996.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240221T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240221T180000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20240130T015908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T221347Z UID:37187-1708533000-1708538400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Rotorua PR & Communications Networking Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-rotorua-comms-catch-up/ LOCATION:The Shine Collective 1123 Pukuatua St Rotorua ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Screenshot-2024-02-21-111149.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240220T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240220T190000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20240130T020123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T011210Z UID:37193-1708450200-1708455600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Tauranga PR & Communications Networking Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-tauranga-comms-catch-up/ LOCATION:Aurecon Office\, 247 Cameron Rd\, Tauranga ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PR-18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240219T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240222T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231129T010815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T010815Z UID:36253-1708335000-1708603200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public Relations DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/introduction-to-public-relations-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Intro-to-PR-Cover-People-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240215T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240215T200000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20240126T002251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T002251Z UID:37171-1708016400-1708027200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:It's not a dirty little secret - it's Central Networking Drinks! DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/its-not-a-dirty-little-secret-its-central-networking-drinks/ LOCATION:Dirty Little Secret Rooftop Bar\, 54 Taranaki St\, Wellington ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/dirty-little-secrets.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240213T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240213T180000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231010T223212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240211T235052Z UID:35339-1707841800-1707847200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Shotgun Blast from the Deep DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/shotgun-blast-from-the-deep/ LOCATION:NIWA\, Gate 10 Silverdale Road Hillcrest\, Parking lot 135C Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest\, Hamilton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/PRINZ-333-scaled-e1696977235394.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240201T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240201T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231129T001526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T232623Z UID:36234-1706779800-1706788800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Ethics\, Risk and Reputation in the Age of AI DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ethics-risk-and-reputation-in-the-age-of-ai-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AI-Ethics-cover-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240123T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240125T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231120T015316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231126T235248Z UID:36043-1706002200-1706184000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PR Horizons DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/pr-horizons/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/PR-Horizons-course-cover-for-PRINZ-use-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231212T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231212T200000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231123T210758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T210758Z UID:36151-1702396800-1702411200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Christmas Drinks DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-christmas-drinks/ LOCATION:Mr Pickles Bar & Eatery\, 298 Victoria Street\, Hamilton Central\, Hamilton\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Winning-in-One-FL-webinar-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231205T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20230615T203034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T035555Z UID:32654-1701768600-1701950400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Transforming Internal Communication in the Age of AI DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/transforming-internal-communication-in-the-age-of-ai/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PRKH-Transforming-Internal-Communication-course-graphic-data-heads.jpg-Catherine-Arrow-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231130T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231130T193000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231010T012302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T032205Z UID:35264-1701365400-1701372600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Southern’s End of Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-southerns-end-of-year-celebration/ LOCATION:Dux Central 144 Lichfield Street\, Christchurch Central City\, Christchurch 8011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Diversity-Works-Banner-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231129T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231129T123000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231105T231629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T235317Z UID:35867-1701259200-1701261000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Special General Meeting DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-special-general-meeting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Special-General-Meeting-Banner-3.png LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-special-general-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231116T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231116T193000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231030T033828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T003655Z UID:35685-1700155800-1700163000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:How to secure a PR seat at the Executive table - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/how-to-secure-a-pr-seat-at-the-executive-table/ LOCATION:The Front Room\, Spark NZ\, 167 Victoria Street West ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Untitled-design-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231116T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231116T200000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20230922T015315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T193821Z UID:34855-1700154900-1700164800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The View from the Top on Communications - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-view-from-the-top-on-communications/ LOCATION:Wharewaka Function Centre\,\, Taranaki Wharf\, Wellington ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/PRINZ-Wellington-Event-Banner-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231110T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231110T133000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145452 CREATED:20231016T185524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T182149Z UID:35464-1699617600-1699623000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Mission Sustainable: Paving the way for the Communications Sector DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/mission-sustainable-paving-the-way-for-the-communications-sector/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Untitled-design-2-scaled.jpg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/mission-sustainable-paving-the-way-for-the-communications-sector/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231107T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231107T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145453 CREATED:20230825T034258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T022432Z UID:34292-1699349400-1699358400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:IC Futures - Inside Internal Communication - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ic-futures-inside-internal-communication-7/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/connect-the-people-concept-crowd-of-vivid-colored-people-connected-vector-id1190206395.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231102T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231102T190000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145453 CREATED:20231004T203707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T210245Z UID:35130-1698942600-1698951600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Engaging Effectively with Passionate Communities DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/engaging-effectively-with-passionate-communities/ LOCATION:Beca Hamilton Offices\, Level 2\, Garden Place\, Hamilton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Engagement-collage-002.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231027T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231027T133000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145453 CREATED:20230929T025529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T025529Z UID:35045-1698408000-1698413400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Language Matters - Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion for PR Professionals DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30 July 2025 @ 5:00pm-7:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewWhat does a career in communications look like in 2025 — and how can you get there? Join us for He Ara Whakamua\, an evening of koorero\, kai\, and whakawhanaungatanga as Maaori professionals across comms\, marketing\, and related fields share their journeys. From recent graduates to experienced leaders\, our speakers will reflect on their career paths\, the skills that matter\, and how they stay grounded in kaupapa Maaori while navigating a fast-changing industry. This is a space to celebrate Maaori success\, storytelling\, and mahi — and to explore how te ao Maaori and the world of comms can come together to create meaningful impact. Whether you’re a student\, just starting out\, or already working in the sector\, you’ll leave with insights\, inspiration\, and connections to help guide your next steps. Now in its fifth year\, this kaupapa is a proud partnership between PRINZ and Waikato-Tainui\, showcasing the power of collaboration and the importance of supporting rangatahi into the industry. This year’s event has been organised by Terah McCarthy\, the 2024 PRINZ Waikato Matariki Scholarship recipient and a third-year Bachelor of Communication student at the University of Waikato. Terah will also MC the evening\, and hopes that students will come away feeling more confident about making the leap from study to mahi. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced on the night – come along\, enjoy some kai and koorero\, and show your support. All welcome. Parking is available at Gate 10 Silverdale Road\, Hillcrest. Please ensure you leave enough time to park and walk to the Waikato Management School for the event.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your panellists are:Ngatupara Ritai (Ngaati Mutunga\, Te Atiawa\, Taranaki Iwi\, Ngaaruahine\, Ngaati Hauaa) studied at the University of Waikato majoring in Strategic Management and minoring in Te Reo Maaori and Digital Business. He now works as a Digital Coordinator at the Hamilton City Council where he helps tell council stories across a range of digital platforms. Ngatupara appreciates the precise nature of digital communications\, which goes hand in hand with his keen eye for detail. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  Xanthe Wainui-Mackle (Ngāti Porou\, Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngā Ariki Kaipūtahi and Te Arawa) is a University of Waikato Bachelor of Communication graduate\, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing. She now works as an Account Executive at King St Advertising in Hamilton. Xanthe enjoys the fast pace nature of agency life and is passionate about meaningful communication building\, that makes an impact for customers and stakeholders.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna-Lee Biddle (Ngāti Pikiao\, Whakatōhea\, Ngāti Maniapoto) holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Wintec\, where she explored the role of media in reporting Maaori stories and developed a cultural guideline for media and tertiary institutions. She spent nearly a decade as a journalist\, primarily at Stuff\, covering crime\, justice\, and social issues\, and working on long-form investigations. Donna-Lee now works as an investigator at Te Kāhui Tātari Tūre | Criminal Cases Review Commission\, where her communications skills support complex and meaningful mahi investigating potential miscarriages of justice. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of Maaori journalists and comms professionals.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maioha Panapa (Ngāi Tāmanuhiri\, Rongowhakaata\, Te Whānau a Apanui\, Waikato-Maniapoto) is a reporter for Aukaha News and a proud graduate of the University of Waikato\, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Maaori and Indigenous Studies and Anthropology in 2017. A former Te Rito journalism cadet with NZME and Whakaata Māori (Māori Television)\, Maioha has also worked as a communications advisor for Waikato-Tainui. She brings a strong background in journalism\, broadcasting\, and communications\, with a passion for telling stories that uplift Maaori voices and perspectives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Justin McIntyre (Ngāi Tūhoe\, Ngāti Awa) graduated from the University of Waikato in 2006 with a Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)\, majoring in Human Resource Management\, Marketing\, and International Management. Justin currently works as the People & Culture Business Partner at Waikato-Tainui\, where he partners with a dedicated team to support kaimahi in delivering initiatives that empower and uplift Waikato-Tainui tribal members. Justin’s korero will cover how when applying for mahi\, preparation is everything. Understand who you are\, the journey that has shaped you\, what you aim to achieve\, and how you can contribute to your prospective employer’s goals – while staying true to your own. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Non-members and students are welcome. For catering purposes and to ensure we have enough chairs set up in the room\, please register your intention to attend below. You will have to set up an account with PRINZ to purchase or register (student tickets are free)\, which only takes a few minutes. Ngaa mihi nui. Please contact bethany@prinz.org.nz if you have any questions or need assistance to register for this event. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/language-matters-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-for-pr-professionals/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Diversity-Works-Banner-002.jpg LOCATION:https://prinz.org.nz/event/language-matters-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-for-pr-professionals/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR